Death Anniversary of Edward Albee

The American dramatist and theatrical producer Edward Albee was born on March 12, 1928. He is known for his play Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf which is known for its raw portrayal of married life. He was critic of American values and came up with one act plays like The Zoo Story, The Sand Box, The American Dream which were all one act plays. After the success of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf, he went on to write A Delicate Balance which won the 1966 Pulitzer Prize. A compilation of his essays and personal anecdotes, Stretching My Mind, was published in 2005. That year Albee also received a Tony Award for lifetime achievement. He passed away on September 16, 2016.